Dedicated to Construction Leadership, Brand Growth, & Staying on Offense. NECA Directors, Chad Jones & Cody Phillips discuss these topics as well as the emerging role of The NEXT Leadership Academy, an intimate 12 month academy built specifically for Construction Executives by Construction Executives and powered by industry leaders Graybar Electric, Southwire, Milwaukee Tool, and ABB.

Look over there in the corner...that's the 🐘. In today's "Straight Sauce" segment titled #AddressingtheElephant we answer your questions about the NECA CEO Search Process and what potential lessons can be learned from it. In closing, Cody tackles the topic of “time” and provides listeners with a different perspective than many are used to. It will be impactful.
We are very grateful for your support of The NEXT Academy and this Podcast. THANK YOU and ENJOY!
Co-Hosts Chad M. Jones & Cody B. Phillips
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What's Up 2019? Glad to be BACK! 👏🏼 In today's "Straight Sauce" segment we take a close look at "The 5 Trademarks for Agile Organizations." An incredible article written by McKinsey & Company. We discuss takeaways from each of the trademarks & how YOU can incorporate them into your construction companies to move from a “traditional” framework to a more “agile” structure. Can't wait for your feedback on this one! We are very grateful for your support of The NEXT Academy and this Podcast. THANK YOU and ENJOY! #BeNEXT
Co-Hosts Chad M. Jones & Cody B. Phillips
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Please visit www.nextleadershipacademy.org to learn more.
#BeNEXT #UnionConstruction #UnionContractor #Contractor #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #NEXTAcademy19 #NEXTAcademy20

We follow "The Process" at The NEXT Academy. Focused on the day to day. Building brick by brick. Not tearing down others. In today's "Straight Sauce" segment (2:30) we reflect on Year 1 of The NEXT Academy & look ahead at Year 2. We discuss takeaways from each of the foundations: Enabling Leadership, Building Vibrant Organizations, Innovation & Disruption in a VUCA World, and Negotiating for a Better Future. We also layout what to expect for our new 2019 NEXT Participants. We are very grateful for your support of The NEXT Academy and this Podcast. THANK YOU and ENJOY! #BeNEXT
Co-Hosts Chad M. Jones & Cody B. Phillips
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#leadership #electricalcontractor #construction #union

Are you a ⏰ Watcher? Or do you lead a group of them? Complacency is Natural. Complacency also Kills. In today's "Straight Sauce" segment (2:02) titled "THE NECESSARY FIGHT" we discuss complacency & its negative side-effects. Today's Special Guest (10:08) is Thought Leader, Speaker, and Advisor to the Association Profession, J.P. Moery. During his interview, J.P. discusses the many resources #TheMoeryCompany can provide Associations, Strategies to Pursue New Members & Retain Current Ones, and "Why the "CEO is the #1 Salesperson in Your Company!" I'm proud of this episode & the value it can bring to #Association Executives throughout the country...ENJOY! #BeNEXT
“Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people.” – Nick Saban
Co-Hosts Chad M. Jones & Cody B. Phillips
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#leadership #electricalcontractor #construction #union

CHANGE! CHANGE! CHANGE! It's what everyone's talking about, but how is it implemented into your business? In today's "Straight Sauce" segment (2:51) titled "CHANGE IS INEVITABLE, PROGRESS IS NOT!" we tackle this monster concept with the help of lessons learned from our recent meeting with former Navy Seal Officer, Jocko Willink. We give our views on the importance of "explaining the WHY" and "owning the process." Today's Special Guest (13:55) is Pittsburgh City Mayor, Bill Peduto. During his wide ranging interview, the Mayor discusses how his leadership approach has changed since he took office, the city's vast changes throughout his tenure, where he sees in Pittsburgh in 5 years and his internal leadership philosophy...ENJOY!
“I want to be someone that was known for bringing faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need” – Tim Tebow
Co-Hosts Chad Jones & Cody Phillips
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Fire 🔥🔥🔥 Episode with David Long! Our "Straight Sauce" segment (1:41) "CULTURE WINS" tackles the role of culture and its vital importance in the success of an organization. Our Special Guest (12:55) for today's episode is David Long, National NECA President & President of Miller Electric in Jacksonville, FL. We dive into his role as NECA President, his vision for the "10/25" Market Growth Initiative, the culture of winning, his participation in The NEXT Academy & as always our Question of the Day about his personal leadership philosophy & mission statement.
“We believe that it’s really important to come up with core values that you can commit to. And by commit, we mean that you’re willing to hire and fire based on them. If you’re willing to do that, then you’re well on your way to building a company culture that is in line with the brand you want to build.” – Tony Hsieh, CEO, Zappos
Co-Hosts Chad Jones & Cody Phillips
Credit to Katzenbach, Oelschlegel, and Thomas (HBR)

We have been asked repeatedly over the course of the past two years by industry peers about our strategic vision for NECA here in Western PA. In today's "Straight Sauce" segment (2:00) titled "ONE PLAN" we lift the veil and discuss the strategic planning process that we've utilized to spearhead our success. Our Special Guest (20:26) for today's episode is R. Jeffrey Kimball, a Strategic Growth Expert who tackles questions on his current role as a Business Growth Consultant, the uniqueness of working with NECA Chapters, the importance of working with a true Third Party Facilitator, & our Question of the Day about his personal leadership philosophy & mission statement. ENJOY!
“Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” – Warren Buffett
Contact R. Jeffrey Kimball at (814) 244-4916 / rjeffreykimball@gmail.com
Co-Hosts Chad Jones & Cody Phillips
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I think you all will find REAL value in this episode. Honored to have The NEXT Academy Director, Dr. Michael Callanan as our first guest. As always he brought straight 🔥🔥🔥 on his role as Director, how he plans to marry a doctorate level education with the practicality of real world Contractor experiences, his gratification in seeing NEXT come to life, and where he sees The NEXT Academy in 3 years? He also tackles the Question of the Day about his personal leadership philosophy & mission statement. Straight Sauce of the Day - “Candor” We bring it straight at you. No rocks. No chaser. Nothing watered down. May burn a little.💯 We drink our #TRUTHSAUCE NEAT!
“Leaders must own everything in their world. There is no one else to blame. That is Extreme Ownership.” Jocko Willink
Co-Hosts Chad Jones & Cody Phillips
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